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Santa Barbara is an amazing place to visit for people of all interests, as there is great natural beauty, outdoor recreation, restaurants, night life, and so much more. But it is also perfect for dogs. There is so much to smell and so much space to run, and there is plenty for dog owners to enjoy simultaneously. Next time you are visiting the city, do not hesitate to bring your furry friend along for the ride. Explore the City The beautiful thing about Santa Barbara is the people here know

The community in Santa Barbara is one that takes biking quite seriously. With natural landscapes so beautiful, it would be a shame to not fully take advantage of it, and biking through some amazing trails is one of the best ways to do just that. While there are seemingly endless trails and ways to enjoy the area on your bike, the following are some of the local favorite trails that you need to check out the next time you are here! Beach Cruising from East to West Beach East and

Santa Barbara attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every single year. While endless activities in the perfect weather is a big reason for this, much of the tourists come simply because Santa Barbara is one of the most beautiful places you will ever see. This being the case, you do not have to do much of anything in order to enjoy a vacation here, as finding a nice place to relax and take in the beauty is sure to provide for some awesome memories. The following are a couple of

Santa Barbara has found its way into the heart of countless vacationers. It is the go-to destination for millions of people, year after year. This is due to incredible weather regardless of the season, some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and a vibrant culture. As such, visitors find there are so many unique and exciting things to do on a Santa Barbara vacation. This is true for any vacation, but it is particularly true for the families that vacation here. When you come to Santa Barbara, look

Santa Barbara enjoys visitors from all over the world every year. They come for a wide variety of reasons, but you can probably guess the most prominent of these reasons: the incredible beaches. The perfect year-round weather and the vibrant community also go a long way in attracting people. But there is so much more happening here that makes it the perfect place for a vacation, as if you needed another reason to visit this incredible place. This is especially true in the spring, when countless events and festivals take

There really isn’t a bad time of year to visit Santa Barbara, but there is a time of year where romance blooms stronger and the promise of adventure reaches its peak. Springtime in southern California is all about excitement and the joy of the great outdoors! From high flying excitement to waterborne adventures and everything in between, we’ve done the research and found these top five outdoor activities to enjoy in Santa Barbara in the spring! The View from Above The only thing that can improve a Santa Barbara morning

Life is too short to keep making lists and never crossing the items off, and now that the mudslides have been cleared away from Highway 101, it’s the perfect time to get that pen out and GO! The weather in Santa Barbara right now is as close to perfect as you can get, and if you’re not sure of where to start on your bucket list, we have compiled this list of exciting places for you to experience! Explore the Architecture of Santa Barbara and its Surrounding Areas Mission Santa

If you were ever in doubt, a grand gesture on Valentine’s Day will always be appreciated by your own valentine, and a romantic trip to Santa Barbara for an extended weekend in one of our Paradise Retreats luxury vacation homes is just about as romantic as you can get! Sometimes getting away from the hustle and bustle of real life for a few days of peace and quiet can be just what the romance doctor ordered, and after you arrive, if you’re still unsure of what to do to make

First, let us congratulate you on your choice of purchasing a second home in Santa Barbara. Owning a piece of paradise is something people dream about, but not many achieve! Unfortunately, the hard part may just be beginning if you are deciding to manage your rental property on your own. From design decisions to marketing to tax paperwork, there’s a lot to consider, and sometimes it is just simpler to hire a property management company. A company like ours, Paradise Retreats, for example, can take the lead on the hard

There’s a reason our property management company is called Paradise Retreats, and the reason is shown over and over again in the homes we rent out. Spacious, elegant, bright, and airy, our homes are as close to paradise as most people will ever get, and our newest home, Stone Garden By The Beach, is no exception. This beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom structure built of wood, stone, and glass offers panoramic views of the nearby beach and the lush paradise that is its own backyard. With multiple exterior living areas,